Underplayed Gems

The Anomaly Detective (2026)

The Anomaly Detective cover
Developer
GalaVerse Creations
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie, Simulation
Rating
5.0 of 5, 6 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

You methodically explore a surreal hotel, questioning whether the anomalies you see are real or a product of your character's fraying sanity.

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What players say

Players enjoy the blend of anomaly hunting and murder mystery, but note the hallucinations are scarce and fixed per floor, making replays repetitive. The controls feel janky, especially the camera, and evidence cannot be reviewed after collection. A small game from a solo developer.

Screenshots

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